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Parasite
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Schmarotzer, Parasit
(biology) a small organism that lives on or inside another organism, called a host, and is dependent on it for nutrition and growth
Beispiele
Scientists are studying the life cycle of the parasite to develop better treatments and preventative measures for the diseases it causes.
Wissenschaftler untersuchen den Lebenszyklus des Parasiten, um bessere Behandlungen und vorbeugende Maßnahmen für die von ihm verursachten Krankheiten zu entwickeln.
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a person who lives off or exploits others, gaining advantage without offering anything in return
Beispiele
Parasites in the business world feed on others' hard work.
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